Project Buyer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Support the RFQ process with Commodity Buyers’ supplier panels. 
• Receive, analyze and present Sourcing recommendations.     
• Support the development and maintenance of key panel supplier relationships.  Enforce group and local conditions as required.
• Support research on proposals for cost optimization actions. 
• Track group purchasing savings and VA/VE actions and report in the Ivalua system. 
• Interact with accountancy (price gap on invoices, price adjustments, etc.)
• Support the management of the end-of-life for components.
• Interact with corporate purchasing group to complete global requirements in North America. 
• Ensure the conformity / validity of purchasing data recorded in ERP and reported in Ivalua. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years' experience as Project Buyer
• 3 years' experience within Automotive Market
• +3 years stability each Company (in average)

SOFT SKILL/ QUALIFICATION

BA in Business with emphasis in Supply Chain Management, or Purchasing or equivalent; and purchasing, manufacturing, engineering related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Experience with automotive business. 

• Positive attitude
• Pro-active
• Work under pressure
• Negotiation skill
• Spanish language desirable (as a plus)

EDUCATION 

• Engineering,
• Technical Background
• Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain management.

What We Offer: 

Competitive Compensation

• Enjoy an attractive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.

Comprehensive Health Benefits

• Choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options to fit your needs and those of your family.

Company-Paid Coverage

• We provide company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance, with the option to enhance your coverage through buy-up plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

• Recharge with competitive PTO policies that support your personal time, holidays, and overall well-being.

Retirement Planning

• Prepare for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan, featuring an employer match to help you grow your savings

Global Opportunities & Local Impact

• Be part of a company that offers international collaboration and local empowerment, giving you the chance to make a real impact while building a global career.

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. Hutchinson is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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